This cooktop is impressive looking in my kitchen. It stands higher than my last cooktop, and the grates are sturdy and heavy. The burners light quickly and have a higher heat point than my last cooktop. I love the knobs - they have a gentle back light to them and are made of metal (not plastic). I feel the lighting under the knobs looks great, but is also a kind of safety feature - if the light is on then the stove/burner is still on.